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GLAAD: As 2018 closes, the number of #LGBTQ series regulars on TV is at an all-time high

The organization called Pose and Supergirl “history-making” in terms of representation on TV. For the past several years, the entertainment industry has been the subject of many a conversation about representation and inclusion of women, people of color, and LGBTQ+ individuals onscreen. Whether those conversations are affecting enough change — not to mention whether it’s happening fast enough — remains a heated debate, but many recent TV and film projects, from Billions to Crazy Rich Asians, have at least shown real progress. The latest report by the media monitoring organization GLAAD, which compiles an annual report that specifically studies LGBTQ representation on television, suggests another step in the right direction. The 2018 edition, which covers shows airing between June 1, 2018, and May 31, 2019, reflects a markedly positive change in diversity and representation, including, as noted in GLAAD president and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis’s introductory letter, two “history-makin

Los Angeles LGBTQ Center hosts 'Stand Down' resource fair for veterans in need

HOLLYWOOD, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- The Los Angeles LGBTQ Center geared up for it veterans resource fair called "Stand Down" on Saturday in Hollywood. It offers veterans over the age of 50 the opportunity to learn about housing assistance, mental health programs, and medical benefits. Walgreens is also offering vets free flu shots. Yelba Carrillo is the LGBTQ Center's Manager of Social Services. She said the "Stand Down" events held twice a year began with just 20 participants in 2011. This year they are expecting 300 people to take part. Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti will be among them. Carrillo said learning about military benefits is especially important to LGBTQ veterans because many of them were forced out of service. "When you put the veteran community and the LGBTQ community together you see double the complexities and double the need," she said. "All veterans are welcome," Bill Duckworth, a former Marine and "Stand

The Los Angeles Lakers Held their first-ever Pride Night October 4

EL SEGUNDO -  The Los Angeles Lakers will hold their first-ever Pride Night on Thursday, October 4 when the team plays the Sacramento Kings at STAPLES Center. The Lakers will celebrate diversity, inclusion, and unity by hosting members and supporters from the LGBTQ community. Additionally, the Pride Night Celebration will include special in-game entertainment, giveaways and more. Prominent members and friends of the LGBTQ community will be in attendance to celebrate the evening including fans from the Trevor Project of Los Angeles and the LGBT Center of Los Angeles. The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles will perform the National Anthem and LAMBDA (Los Angeles Gay Basketball League) will take part in a pregame basketball contest. Former NBA referee Violet Palmer, the first openly gay referee in NBA history, will serve as the Lakers honorary team captain. During the game, the Lakers will present the “Laces of Unity” Award to Jason Collins. Collins became the NBA’s first openly gay